Breads and Scones, Breakfast, Condiments and Sides

Naan bread

Soft and chewy Naan bread is irresistable when served warm with Indian Dal or other curry dishes. After experimenting, I came up with this Naan recipe, which consists of a blend of fine wholewheat and white flours, yoghurt and poppy seeds. I use wholewheat flour because it’s better for your health and when sifted with white flour, you still […]

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Curries and Dal, Lentils, Main Dishes

Indian Dal

The image above is the Indian Dal that I’ve been making for many years. This Dal dish is spiced-up with fresh coriander, ground turmeric and other spices that give Indian food that distinct taste. By the way, did you know that turmeric is very good for your health? You can read about the health benefits […]

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Condiments and Sides, Lentils, Main Dishes, Rice, Salads

Wild rice and lentil salad

This salad with wild rice, lentils and grilled vegetables is more than just a salad; it’s a complete meal rich in fibre, protein, minerals and vitamins. You can eat it cold or heat it up. The grilled pinenuts add an extra nutty flavour. Make sure that you let the salad marinate before serving. For added flavour, you […]

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Cookies, Desserts and Snacks

Chewy almond date cookies

Chewy and nutty, these cookies make a delicious and wholesome snack. Even my husband John, who isn’t a fan of cakes and cookies, gives them two thumbs up. Among the ingredients is date paste, which you can make in advance. You can view the recipe here. In these cookies, there’s no flour. Instead, there’s almond meal. The […]

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Condiments and Sides

Date paste

If you like sweets, eating dates is a healthy alternative to eating foods made with processed sugar. Dates are nature’s candy and an ideal replacement for sugar. The image above is the Medjool date paste that I made last week. Date paste adds a subtle sweetness to foods and can be used to make desserts, energy bars, cookies, homemade granola, […]

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Desserts and Snacks, Squares and Bars

Energy bars

When you’re busy or on the go, energy bars, as the ones featured above, will keep you going until your next meal. I made these bars with wholesome raw ingredients such as, oats, nuts, dates, seeds, coconut, almond butter and maple syrup. They’re great as a mid-day snack or to boost your energy before going to the gym. Homemade energy bars are generally […]

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